Human Resources Student (Summer)

Human Resources Student (Summer)

JOB LOCATION: London, Ontario

REPORTING TO: Human Resources Manager

POSTING TYPE: Full-time, Contract (May – August 2026)

PAY RANGE: $20 – $23/hour

About the Role

We’re looking for an HR Student to support a variety of Human Resources and Health & Safety initiatives across our brewery. This role will provide hands-on experience with recruitment, onboarding, employee engagement, administration, and workplace safety.

You’ll work closely with different teams across the business while helping support day-to-day operations and ongoing projects that improve the employee experience. This is a great opportunity for someone who is organized, proactive, eager to learn, and who is comfortable taking ownership of tasks in a fast-paced environment.

About Us

Equals Brewing Company was founded in 2018 and has quickly grown into a trusted producer of beers, ciders, ready-to-drink, and non-alcoholic products for some of Ontario’s and Canada’s leading beverage brands.

In 2020, we launched Bangarang Hard Seltzer and in 2021, we introduced Shake Lager, a Canadian Brewing Awards gold medal winner. More recently, we added Side Launch Brewing Company to our portfolio, an established Ontario craft brewery known for its award-winning beers and strong community presence.

At Equals, we believe our success is driven by our people. We’re a small, fast-moving team that values ownership, collaboration, and problem-solving. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for people who are ready to take initiative and help strengthen the systems that support our expanding operations.

What You’ll Do

As the Human Resources Student, you will support day-to-day HR operations while contributing to projects and initiatives across the business. The key responsibilities and areas of focus include:

Recruitment & Onboarding

● Assist with job postings, candidate screening, interview scheduling, reference checks, and follow-up communications

● Support onboarding activities including preparing new hire packages, employee announcements, and general onboarding coordination

● Help maintain employee records, training documentation, and HR filing systems Employee

Engagement & Communications

● Support company events, engagement initiatives, and the employee recognition program

● Create internal posters and communications to help keep employees and teams informed and engaged

● Assist with engagement surveys and other culture-focused initiatives

Projects & Process Improvement

● Support HR projects including onboarding improvements, policy updates, and employer branding initiatives

● Research best practices and identify opportunities to improve existing processes

● Take initiative on projects and contribute ideas that help improve the department and employee experience

Health & Safety and Cross-Functional Support

● Assist with Health & Safety tasks including incident tracking, training coordination, emergency preparedness, and compliance-related activities

● Provide general administrative support for HR tasks and day-to-day operations

● Support Finance and IT-related projects and tasks as needed

What We’re Looking For

● Currently pursuing a degree or diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field

● Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism

● Strong organizational and time management skills

● Excellent written and verbal communication skills

● High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities

● Ability to work independently and take initiative with minimal supervision

● Comfortable learning new systems and technology

● Proficient in Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace

● Previous HR, administrative, or customer service experience is considered an asset

What to Expect

● Full-time, in-office role (Monday to Friday)

● Collaborative work environment with shifting priorities

● Exposure to multiple areas of HR and Health & Safety

● Opportunities to take ownership of projects and see real impact

● Office-based role with frequent interaction across the brewery

Why Join Us?

● Be Part of a Growing Team: We’re a small and ambitious team making big moves in the industry.

● Make an Impact: You’ll contribute to meaningful projects and gain hands-on experience across HR and Health & Safety.

● Work with Great People: Join a team that values collaboration, initiative, and a shared commitment to success.

Hiring Process & Accessibility Information

Please note that Equals Brewing Company may use AI-assisted tools as part of our recruitment and hiring processes to help review applications and assess qualifications. This posting reflects a current vacancy and we are actively accepting applications.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The strength of Equals Brewing comes from our diverse team members. We are an equal-opportunity employer and encourage everyone with relevant qualifications to apply. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, accommodation will be provided to candidates with disabilities during the recruitment and selection process. If you are invited to participate in the process and require accommodation, please let us know in advance.